New direct flight from Frankfurt to Alta brings the Arctic closer for European winter travellers
Starting this winter, travellers from central Europe will have a new, convenient way to explore the Arctic. From December 2025 to April 2026, Discover Airlines (part of the Lufthansa Group) will offer a direct route from Frankfurt to Alta, operating twice a week. This new connection brings visitors to the heart of Norway's Arctic in just 3.5 hours, marking the first direct flight from Germany to Finnmark.[AltaKommune .jpg]
Situated above the Arctic Circle, Alta is one of the northernmost communities in the world and a gateway to some of the most iconic Arctic experiences. From northern